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ML52 HVF

2002 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,097 mi
Last recorded121,097 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML52 HVF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2012 121,097 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 112,044 miles

childseat fitted to nearside rear seat.

front brakediscs in poor condition.

nearside front linkrod top balljoint cover split.

Pass 11 Mar 2010 94,626 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 92,383 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 91,356 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 85,414 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 75,572 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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ML52 HVF is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 106,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML52 HVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ML52 HVF?

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What year was ML52 HVF registered?

ML52 HVF is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is ML52 HVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML52 HVF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ML52 HVF have outstanding finance?

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